Supported Living Services

Argyll and Bute Council has completed the procurement process for the provision of Supported Living Services for adults with complex care needs. This service falls under the General Public Services industry category and is located in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. The procurement stage is now at contract award, with contracts signed on 25 March 2025.

The procurement method used was a limited procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, in accordance with Regulation 76 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. The key suppliers awarded the contracts are Key Housing Association Limited, Carr Gomm, Affinity Trust, Mariner Support Associates Ltd, Enable Scotland (Leading the Way), Cornerstone Community Care, and Scottish Autism. The total value of each contract is £12,000,000 GBP, and they are currently active.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in the provision of supported living services, especially those with expertise in handling complex care needs. Large-scale organisations as well as small to medium enterprises with relevant qualifications and experience in delivering continuous care services can benefit. Organisations that pre-qualify as providers will be included in the resource pool for delivering these essential services, ensuring a steady influx of business and growth prospects.

The procurement also prioritises continuity and high-quality service delivery, making it suitable for established providers aiming to expand their market presence in the public healthcare sector.